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Cheapest round-trip
$320
Typical prices: $350-$527
Multiple Airlines
Sat 10/13Fri 10/19
ELP - DSM • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between El Paso and Des Moines. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 25% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Denver Intl (DEN)
Cheapest • Avg $347 (round-trip)
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Shortest trip • 5h 33m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from El Paso to Des Moines (ELP-DSM)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from El Paso to Des Moines

Tue, Oct 13 - Mon, Oct 19
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7:14 pm - 1:52 pmELP  El Paso-DSM Des Moines
17h 38m2 stops Denver Intl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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8:25 pm - 6:19 pmDSM  Des Moines-ELP El Paso
22h 54m1 stop Denver Intl
$320Multiple Airlines
Tue, Oct 13 - Mon, Oct 19
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8:19 pm - 1:52 pmELP  El Paso-DSM Des Moines
16h 33m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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8:25 pm - 6:19 pmDSM  Des Moines-ELP El Paso
22h 54m1 stop Denver Intl
$333Multiple Airlines
Sun, Oct 11 - Mon, Oct 19
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7:14 pm - 7:30 pmELP  El Paso-DSM Des Moines
23h 16m1 stop Denver Intl
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8:25 pm - 6:19 pmDSM  Des Moines-ELP El Paso
22h 54m1 stop Denver Intl
$357Frontier
Wed, Oct 28 - Thu, Nov 5
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7:16 pm - 1:58 pmELP  El Paso-DSM Des Moines
41h 42m2 stops Denver Intl Nashville Intl
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12:35 pm - 7:39 pmDSM  Des Moines-ELP El Paso
8h 04m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$364Multiple Airlines
Mon, Dec 21 - Wed, Dec 30
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10:50 am - 5:00 pmELP  El Paso-DSM Des Moines
5h 10m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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5:40 pm - 11:10 pmDSM  Des Moines-ELP El Paso
6h 30m1 stop Denver Intl
$365Southwest
Fri, Oct 9 - Fri, Oct 16
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7:14 pm - 2:42 pmELP  El Paso-DSM Des Moines
42h 28m2 stops Denver Intl Philadelphia
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8:25 pm - 6:32 pmDSM  Des Moines-ELP El Paso
23h 07m1 stop Denver Intl
$366Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 14 - Mon, Oct 19
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7:14 pm - 6:42 pmELP  El Paso-DSM Des Moines
22h 28m2 stops Denver Intl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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8:25 pm - 6:19 pmDSM  Des Moines-ELP El Paso
22h 54m1 stop Denver Intl
$369Multiple Airlines
Mon, Dec 21 - Wed, Dec 30
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10:50 am - 5:00 pmELP  El Paso-DSM Des Moines
5h 10m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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5:10 am - 12:45 pmDSM  Des Moines-ELP El Paso
8h 35m2 stops Chicago Midway Denver Intl
$370Southwest
Mon, Dec 21 - Wed, Dec 30
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5:00 am - 3:05 pmELP  El Paso-DSM Des Moines
9h 05m2 stops Austin Bergstrom Denver Intl
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5:10 am - 12:45 pmDSM  Des Moines-ELP El Paso
8h 35m2 stops Chicago Midway Denver Intl
$375Southwest
Wed, Oct 14 - Mon, Oct 19
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8:19 pm - 6:42 pmELP  El Paso-DSM Des Moines
21h 23m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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8:25 pm - 6:19 pmDSM  Des Moines-ELP El Paso
22h 54m1 stop Denver Intl
$384Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for El Paso to Des Moines flights

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What is the cheapest airline to fly from El Paso to Des Moines?

Frontier ($357) and Southwest ($365) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from El Paso to Des Moines according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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Key details for El Paso to Des Moines flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

$320
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 9% lower on average.
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When to book flights from El Paso to Des Moines

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from El Paso to Des Moines based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your El Paso to Des Moines flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from El Paso to Des Moines?

    Flights from El Paso to Des Moines usually depart from El Paso (ELP) and arrive at Des Moines (DSM).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from El Paso to Des Moines?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from El Paso to Des Moines.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from El Paso to Des Moines pass through?

    One-stop flights from El Paso to Des Moines most commonly connect through:

    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 71% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 24% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 6% of one-stop connections

    Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from El Paso to Des Moines?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 49% on the El Paso to Des Moines route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $341 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $666, a difference of $325. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Des Moines?

    Some of the most popular sights in Des Moines are Iowa Events Center, UnityPoint Health - Des Moines and Des Moines Civic Center. These are among the most viewed places in Des Moines on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from El Paso to Des Moines?

    A nonstop flight from El Paso to Des Moines takes 0h 00m, covering 972 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from El Paso to Des Moines?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • Have flight prices from El Paso to Des Moines changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $320 to $1,242. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from El Paso to Des Moines?

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 54m, compared with 5h 33m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 7h 14m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • What is the time difference between El Paso and Des Moines?

    Des Moines is 1 hour ahead of El Paso (Central Time vs Mountain Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Des Moines Airport (DSM)?

    Des Moines Airport (DSM) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $33 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Hertz
    · Payless
    · Budget
    · Alamo
    · Avis

  • How much should I expect to pay for a El Paso to Des Moines flight?

    Round-trip flights from El Paso to Des Moines range from $350 to $527, with an average of $386 over the past 12 months. Anything below $350 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking El Paso to Des Moines flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Thursday flights average $341 - about $325 less than Friday (49% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your El Paso to Des Moines trip for February. Fares historically average $289 round-trip in that month - typically $789 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Des Moines Airport.
    - Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
    - Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center By IHG
    - Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport

Everything you need to know for your flight from El Paso to Des Moines

Information on your arrival and departure airports

El Paso (ELP)
Des Moines (DSM)